Ek dum raseelo Rajasthan: Flavours fiesta!
From the golden sands of Jaisalmer to the tranquil lakes of Udaipur, with a whiff of the Pink City’s spice and sparkle, Rajasthan’s kitchens have always known how to tell a story. Rangeelo Rajasthan: Thaat, Maat aur Rasoi, hosted at Infinity, Crowne Plaza New Delhi Mayur Vihar Noida in collaboration with Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre, brought that story straight to Delhi’s plate. After all, Delhi may pride itself on its butter chicken and chaat, but when chefs travel from Jaipur to cook, even the capital’s food lovers know it’s time to sit up and take notes.
Over ten days, diners explored a cyclic menu of more than fifty dishes, ensuring fresh experiences every evening. Mewar’s offerings included Mewari Safed Maas, Dal Bafla, Gatte ki Sabji, and Badam Halwa-rich in ghee, milk, and dry fruits, reflecting the opulence of palace kitchens. Marwar’s desert cuisine was represented through Dal Baati Choorma, Ker Sangri, Jungli Maas, and Lehsun Tikka—earthy, robust, and intensely spiced, shaped by resourcefulness and tradition. Regional specialities such as Bajra Raab, Mawa Kachori, Ghevar, and Moong Dal Halwa highlighted the enduring flavors of Rajasthan’s varied culinary landscape.
One of the festival’s most captivating highlights was the live making of traditional lac bangles, a Rajasthani craft where artisans heat natural resin, mould it deftly, and decorate it with mirrors and beads in vivid colors. The rhythmic clinking of bangles paired beautifully with the soulful notes of Rajasthani Sufi music, filling the space with warmth and nostalgia. Visitors, including several from abroad, eagerly tasted the dishes and chatted with the chefs, many exclaiming with delight, “Maza aa gaya!”
Chefs Roushan Sharma and Hem Singh Gurjar curated the menu, ensuring each dish captured the authenticity and artistry of Rajasthan’s royal and rustic kitchens. From the perfectly textured Dal Baati Choorma to the delicately spiced Mewari Safed Maas and indulgent Badam Halwa and Ghevar, every bite showcased the region’s essence while remaining approachable to modern palates.
Rangeelo Rajasthan ran until 16th November 2025 and succeeded in translating these regal and rustic kitchens into an urban, immersive experience celebrating heritage, taste, and culture. As the evening drew to a close with folk melodies and satisfied smiles, one couldn’t help but wonder—does food from the desert truly taste better when it carries the soul of its land?
